Leading Hand - Formwork

• Want to have your afternoons & weekends free?
• Want to lead a team who take as much pride in their work as you do?
• Looking for a company that cares about safety & your wellbeing?
• Want to still be on the tools delivering the work?

If you read the below & think “This ticks all the boxes!” we would love to hear from you…

Who are we

Wardle Construction is a down to earth company, specialising in Form/Reo/Pour packages for beautiful, architecturally designed, high-end residential projects in the Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. We are a medium sized Residential Formwork company looking for a patient, flexible, safety conscious, approachable, carpentry MVP to join our business as we continue to grow. 

About the role

This opportunity is suited to a level-headed Formworker who has experience leading small teams while still being on the tools. Reporting to our Projects Director, you will lead a team of exceptional carpenters & apprentices who are great at what they do & always wanting to learn more. You will be the direct point of contact between builder’s foreman & Wardle Constructions in-office team - day to day overseeing that on-site projects run smoothly & efficiently. 

What are the role responsibilities?

• Read architectural and structural drawings
• Lead & delegate to a small team
• Coordinate with Builders/Foreman
• Hands on installing & dismantling formwork (including off form)
• Determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
• Order and select timbers and materials, prepare layouts
• Mentor, coach and support apprentices and skilled labourers

What is required?

• Qualified carpenter 
• Your own set of tools

What’s on offer?

• Work life balance - enjoy your afternoons & weekends!
• Be a part of a team that is proud of the outstanding work they do
• A safe & positive work environment
• Work on architectural works of art you’ll be proud to point out that you built
• Ongoing secure work, we do not hire on a project-to-project basis

Our values are important to us – do you share these?

Safety - Everyone goes home in one piece physically & mentally
Trust - We believe in the people we surround ourselves with to always do the right thing
Investment - Relationships are important to us, we invest in strengthening them to benefit all
Quality - We take pride in our work, striving to always do the best job possible
Communication - We’re honest, truthful & open in all of our communications
Balance - We believe in harmony, in work & life, we make this a priority
Reliability - We do what we say we will, when we say we’re going to do it
Growth - We believe in continuous improvement as a business & as individuals
Enjoyment - We always look for ways to keep enjoying doing what we do

These are our non-negotiables to be on the team:

• Be Positive – Be cup half full, not half empty
• Always Learning – Aim to learn & improve everyday
• Respect – Treat others how you expect to be treated
• Be Professional – Presentable, punctual & mindful of language and tone of voice
• No Tunnel Vision – Always communicate with others involved & consider the big picture
• Be Approachable – Friendly, easy to talk to, people feel comfortable asking you questions or for advice
• Be truthful – Lying is not tolerated ever. Mistakes happen, you make one, own it & tell someone. 

To learn more about us & the types of work we do, please do visit our website: 

https://www.wardleconstruction.com.au/

and our Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/wardle_construction/

Ticking all the boxes? We would love to hear from you, please apply!